Rothco Vintage Medic Canvas Bag With Cross Mens Crossbody Messenger Shoulder Bag

I bought this based on the positive reviews, and I'm happy with it. It is definitely smaller than most messenger bags, but that suits me. Since I was expecting the slightly smaller size, I don't count that against the product. It can hold my tablet, Kindle, and a couple paper notebooks just fine. I bought it as an alternative to my nicer purses, which do not hold notebooks and my Kindle well, and that do not hold up to all the slinging around I do when out and about. Military inspired pieces are trendy right now, so I feel more pulled together look-wise using this bag instead of a tote or reusable shopping bag. However, be aware, this bag does not stand up like the picture. The picture makes it appear to be very sturdy, stiff construction. It is not. The material is thin and much softer than I expected. It reminds me more of a reusable shopping bag rather than military-grade canvas. At first, I didn't care for that aspect of it. However, now that I've messed around with it a bit, I've come to like it. When not in use, I can fold it flat and slide it alongside my boots in my closet. Easy storage is a plus. Also, the light-weight material makes it feel very light during use. I do not have the added weight of bulky material when the bag is full. The closure straps are not snaps, and that is a big bonus for me. Yes, I have to take a few extra seconds to unbuckle and buckle. But since I am carrying pricey electronics most of the time, I prefer a little extra security. Unless a pilferer snapped up my entire bag, it would be more difficult for him to reach into the bag without my notice. I haven't had my bag long, but so far I don't notice poor craftsmanship or stiff material in the straps. If I notice a problem with repeated use (and I will definitely use the straps), I'll update this. The shoulder strap is really adjustable. I bought a second bag for my 4 year old because I thought it would be a nice alternative to bulky plastic carriers for her medical toys. I was able to shorten the strap to an ideal length for her. The bag works for my purposes, and it works for hers. I got the khaki color, and it is lovely. It is a really sharp looking piece, appears to be well-made, and suits both an adult and a child's needs. I'm really happy with this purchase, and I recommend it to people. My only cautions would be to consider the fact that it is smaller than typical messenger bags, and the construction is not nearly as thick and sturdy as the picture leads you to believe. However, all things considered, this is still a 5 star product. I liked it enough to buy 2. Read more

I waited a few weeks before writing my review. I was a little skeptical about its durability and size due to other reviews. I took the risk and bought it, though, because I just LOVED how it looked. It seems to be HIGHLY durable to me. I stuff this bag with my textbooks, notebooks, and folders everyday. I can usually fit one large textbook, a bunch of folders, a pencil case, a makeup case, 2 notebooks, a water bottle, a couple bags of candy, and 3 small reading books (Like MacBeth, for example). The strap has never even loosened itself, there are no loose stitches - let alone any rips. It is a little smaller than some bags are. I've stuck my 13" laptop in it, and it won't quite close all the way. I don't mind though (nothing falls out or anything, and it looks fine unclasped). I still carry my laptop around in there often. I love it! It's a very cute bag! (Also, I don't mind the brown leather straps on the front, as someone else commented on. And after a week or so, they don't look weird at all.) Read more

If you want a reference in size, it can fit one First Aid Kit horizontally, and three others vertically with a bottle of ibuprofen on the side. Very spacious and durable. Read more

At less than $20, this canvas bag is awesome! I wanted a bag that did not have too many "pouches-pockets-straps", had clean lines and was also something small so it would remind me to reduce what I carry. Large bags (to me) = large amount of things invariably get carried, which over the years has become a bit of a shoulder pain. This bag offers the added carrot of looking smart. It now holds a 1" file folder horizontally, a water bottle, a thermos, calculator, and a large pouch for my little doo-dads including a kindle and camera. Alternatively, it holds the file folder, the laptop+ wire, large pouch, calculator. I hold my purse and phone in my jacket for easy reach when taking a bus. Some other reviewer said the straps were poor in quality. While it is true that you wouldn't want to carelessly yank the strap open and close several times a day, the straps seem sturdy for the cause. They are leather-like and a very complimentary color for the lovely beige of the bag. The medic screen print is a wonderful, matte, rust with good workmanship. Three weeks down, it holds up well + several compliments to boot! Read more

I purchased this item to house my 2 1/2 inch folder, my iPad, and a decent-sized textbook. They all fit snugly, so the issue with no snaps is not a problem for me. One HUGE piece of advice for any interested parties: measure the items you'll be placing in the bag. There are a lot of comments regarding the size, but all I can think is "why didn't you measure?". Making a judgement of size based on a photo instead of dimensions listed is only cause for disappointment. Overall, it's a great bag, and I've received lots of complements on it! The canvas is thick, but has a bit of stretch. The stitching is very sturdy. There are no pockets. I think I'll eventually sew something to the top flap on the underside, like a zipper pocket to store smaller items. I think this bag is a great deal for the price, and it came exactly on the projected delivery date. Read more